2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Liberty and 2005 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 742 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1094 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
